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👻 Paranormal Investigation, Literary Connection & More | This Week in Cheyenne
Plus: A church stained glass window tour takes place on Saturday.
It’s Monday, September 30th. Spooky season is here!
The First Friday Art Walk happens on Friday night with a new venue at the Cheyenne Civic Center. 📸: Cheyenne Art Walk Facebook
Events
Monday, Sept 30th
Wisdom Tea Bowl Meditation | 9:15 a.m. | The Hawthorn Tree, 112 E 17th St | Free to attend | Join this meditation group to learn the technique of mindfulness meditation to establish peace and balance in your personal life.
Tuesday, Oct 1st
Hocus Pocus Lantern Pottery Class | 6:00 p.m. | Silver Sage Ceramics, 3110 Old Faithful Rd | $75 | Create your own spooky lantern with a Halloween twist at this pottery class, perfect for getting into the spirit of the season!
Pick-Your-Project Fundraiser | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | Board & Brush, 1719 Pioneer Ave | $73 | Make your own custom wood project with step-by-step guidance during this fundraising workshop supporting Black Dog Animal Rescue.
Wednesday, Oct 2nd
Flashback Cinema: The Shinning | 7:15 p.m. | Capital 16 Cinema, 3410 Concord Rd | $8.02-$10.85 | See Stanley Kubrick’s horror classic featuring Jack Nicholson on the big screen!
Thursday, Oct 3rd
Literary Connection 2024 | 5:30 p.m. | Laramie County Community College, 1400 E College Dr | $35 | Spend an evening with authors Erika T. Wurth and Tanaya Winder as they share experiences and stories and answer questions from the crowd.
Trivia Thursday | 7:00 p.m. | Hathaways (Little America Hotel), 2800 W Lincolnway | Free to attend | Gather your friends and test your knowledge during this fun trivia night.
Friday, Oct 4th
Fall Foliage Walk | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. | High Plains Arboretum, 8301 Hildreth Rd | $10 | Take in the stunning autumn colors on a guided walk through the beautiful High Plains Arboretum.
First Friday Art Walk | 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Multiple Locations, Downtown | Free to attend | Every first Friday of the month, downtown venues and businesses open their doors to showcase unique artists from Cheyenne and the region. Take the self-guided tour to each location and view work by featured artists. This months featured venue The Hawthorn Tree.
Midnight West Fest (Also Sat, Oct 5th & Sun, Oct 6th) | 6:00 p.m. | Historic Atlas Theatre, 211 W Lincolnway | $15-$50 | Don't miss the 6th year of celebrating independent films!
Sip & Spin | 6:30 p.m. | Silver Sage Ceramics, 3110 Old Faithful Rd | $55 | Learn the basics of wheel throwing as you sip and spin at this BYOB event.
Paranormal Investigation | 7:00 p.m. | CFD Old West Museum, 4610 Carey Ave | $25 | In collaboration with Hauntings Across America, the Old West Museum invites you to spend the evening exploring the paranormal activity lurking within the museum’s historic walls.
Nightmare on 17th Street | 7:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. | Knights of Pythias, 312 W 17th St | $20 | It's opening weekend for the 2024 season. Wear a costume for $10 admission for this intense haunted house.
Camelot | 7:30 p.m. | Mary Godfrey Playhouse, 2706 E Pershing Blvd | $21-$31 | If you like knights in shining armor, music from the golden age of Broadway, fabulous dance numbers and a dash of theatre magic, this show is for you!
🚎 Coming Up: Join the Ward 1 Councilmen and Cheyenne Historic Preservation Board for a Church Stained Glass Window Tour, an event that offers a rare opportunity to explore the artistic and spiritual beauty of Cheyenne's historic churches! The tour will guide participants through a journey of breathtaking stained glass windows, each telling a unique story with vibrant colors and intricate designs. Hop on the Trolley for transportation between churches, which will feature First United Methodist, St. Mark's Episcopal, St. Mary's Cathedral and First Presbyterian. Don't miss your chance to view some of Cheyenne's beautiful stained glass! Sat, Oct 5th, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m., Multiple Churches Downtown, Free to attend.
Saturday, Oct 5th
The Cheyenne Farmer's Market | 7:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Frontier Park, 4204 Volunteer Ave | Free to attend | Start your weekend at the Farmer's Market - the perfect spot to pick up seasonal fruits, vegetables, baked goods and handcrafted items.
Autumn Fest Pumpkin Patch | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Windy Creek Farms, 3700 Campstool Rd | $5-$10 | Get into the fall spirit as you stroll through the pumpkin patch in search for the perfect pumpkin to carve. Check out the vendors and other family-friendly activities like the corn and hay mazes.
Family Day: Creepy Crawly Critters | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Wyoming State Museum, 2301 Central Ave | Free to attend | Get ready for spooky season as you learn all about the weird and creepy animals that people love to fear!
Cyanotypes: The Magic of Alternative Photography | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Botanic Gardens, 710 S Lions Park Dr | $45 | Learn the art of camera-less photography creating one-of-a-kind cyanotypes from nature.
Bark and Wine | 5:30 p.m. | Red Lion Hotel & Conference Center, 204 W Fox Farm Rd | $90+ | Join this elegant fundraiser benefiting local animal rescue organizations. Enjoy wine, food, live music and a silent auction while supporting a great cause.
Live Music: Jay Stott | 6:00 p.m. | Black Tooth Brewery, 520 W 19th St | Free to attend | Catch some original Americana tunes as you enjoy a laid back evening at the brewery.
Sunday, Oct 6th
Somatic Breathwork | 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. | The Hawthorn Tree, 112 E 17th St | $60 | Reset during this session from Certified Somatic Breathwork Practitioner Ken Conte.
Need to Know
🏊 Generosity: The Cheyenne YMCA has received a donation to save its aquatics facility.
🦺 Safety: Two new HAWK crosswalk signals will be operational this week near Cheyenne schools.
🏫 Together: LCSD #1 has released a statement in response to student safety concerns.
🏆 Pursuit: A Cheyenne East High School graduate now holds three Guinness World Records.
🖼️ Opening Soon: The Cheyenne Children's Museum is putting on final touches in anticipation of a late fall opening.
⚠️ Be Alert: A mountain lion was spotted by a Cheyenne resident on his security camera.
🗳️ Upcoming: Absentee and early voting begins in Laramie County on October 8th.
One Last Thing
📷️: Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum
Get ready for a creative evening at the October Charcuterie Workshop! This interactive, hands-on experience will allow you to design your very own charcuterie board with expert guidance from Jamie, the talented curator behind The Boardroom. While you learn the art of cutting, styling and arranging like a pro, you'll sample a variety of Vintages' locally produced wines. These popular charcuterie events tend to sellout quickly, so secure your tickets now! Sat, Oct 26th, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m., Vintages, 309 North American Rd Unit 11 & 12,$58 or 2/$81.
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